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  1. #11
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    Quote Originally Posted by tintin_snowy View Post
    Hello,
    This write up is done with the intent of helping out fellow newbie hammockers [like me )]. Please feel free to correct / amend this writeup. This is the process I followed to setup my DCF/Cuben fiber tarp.
    Tarp spec

    • tarp: HG DCF/Cuben Fiber tarp with Doors
    • guy out hardware: Line-locs (including ridge line)
    • ridge line length: 12 ft
    • door tiebacks: yes
    • other accessories:
      • titanium clips
      • 150 ft reflective guyline (neon green)
      • Snake skin mesh



    Process Criteria

    1. Simple: The process must be simple.
    2. Reliable: Work in various weather conditions.
    3. Effective: Once the setup process is complete, it should not need repeating.

    Split Ridgeline Setup Process
    We describe the process to setup a spit ridge line. A continuous ridge line has no value here as the Line-loc's do the job of Prusik knots. The Line-locs can not only be used to tension the tarp; but to also align the central axis in relation to the hammock. THIS IS A ONE TIME SETUP PROCESS. (Takes about 30 mins). (Items required: tape measure, scissors, zippo lighter)

    1. Start with a 150 Ft length of cord.
    2. Create two lengths of 16 ft cordage. Each segment of the cord is named END_A and END_B respectively. For each length of cord, do the following:
    3. Select END_A of the cord
      1. Use the lighter to seal the line.
      2. Fish it through the line loc
      3. Tie a stopper knot. This prevents the cord from slipping through the line-loc; fixing this can be painful in cold weather.


    4. Select END_B of the cord
      1. Use the lighter to seal the line.
      2. We now create a small loop. I selected an Anglers Loop Knot (aka Perfection Loop Knot) to create it. Again simple and effective.
      3. We now attach this loop to the titanium clip by using a Lark's Head Knot. The knot is attached to the small hole in the clip. The knot is simple and effective.


    Split Ridgeline Usage:

    1. Clip the end with the Titanium Clip around the girth of a tree.
    2. Use the line-locs to take the slack off and center the Tarp over the hammock.
    3. Profit


    Attributions

    I would like to recognize the following folks who helped guide me to this point:
    1. Greg @ warbonnet outdoors
    2. Harry Carlson @ hammock gear
    3. All the youtube links mentioned in this forum

    Fantastic writeup!!
    Harry Carlson
    Customer Support
    www.hammockgear.com
    740-445-4327
    [email protected]

  2. #12
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    Quote Originally Posted by tintin_snowy View Post

    1. How easy is it to service Line Loc's in the field? What if there is a failure of that component? Is it hot swappable?
    2. @grisnakh what’s the chance you guys migrate to Line Loc V instead of Line Loc 3’s? Why was this design decision taken?

    3. Have we had Line Loc's fail in the field? If so, maybe D-rings are the way to do; replace my solution with Dutchware Stingerz to hook into the D-rings. More robust and you don't lose anything IMHO.

    If a Lineloc were to break, or a D-Ring as well, use the fabric loop the hardware is connected to. Some tarps out there only have a fabric loop, so it will work well. Once you get back, reach out to us, and we'll repair that issue. If it's defective, we'll repair it for free, of course. The main reason we use the Lineloc 3 is because our standard guy line is a little bigger diameter. We're definitely open to using different hardware in the future.
    Harry Carlson
    Customer Support
    www.hammockgear.com
    740-445-4327
    [email protected]

  3. #13
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    Join Date
    Feb 2016
    Location
    Long beach, NY not cali
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    Dutch Wide 11', H.H.
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    Superfly, Noah 12'
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    What is used as a failure point for the tarp ridgeline tie outs
    I have has the split rings blow out on my superfly tarp 2 times in crazy wind storms
    Should I install these same split rings on my dyneema tarps?

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  4. #14
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    May 2021
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    MD
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    WB BB XLC, HG Bugnet
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    I think the weakest link in the chain would be the line loc's. I have very limited experience with tarp's.

  5. #15
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    Quote Originally Posted by brutalguyracing View Post
    What is used as a failure point for the tarp ridgeline tie outs
    I have has the split rings blow out on my superfly tarp 2 times in crazy wind storms
    Should I install these same split rings on my dyneema tarps?

    Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk
    Typically, tarp hardware is used as the fail point, rather than allowing those forces to tear your tarp. Dyneema has some of the highest tear strength to weight ratio of any material out there, so those D-Rings / Linelocs will blow out before the tarp does. Split rings would fail / bend before the D-Ring will break, so if you want to use Split Rings, you totally can.
    Harry Carlson
    Customer Support
    www.hammockgear.com
    740-445-4327
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  6. #16
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    Quote Originally Posted by Grisnakh View Post
    Typically, tarp hardware is used as the fail point, rather than allowing those forces to tear your tarp. Dyneema has some of the highest tear strength to weight ratio of any material out there, so those D-Rings / Linelocs will blow out before the tarp does. Split rings would fail / bend before the D-Ring will break, so if you want to use Split Rings, you totally can.
    Thank you for chiming in
    Loving all my new and old hg products

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  7. #17
    Senior Member
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    Quote Originally Posted by brutalguyracing View Post
    Thank you for chiming in
    Loving all my new and old hg products

    Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk
    Thanks so much
    Harry Carlson
    Customer Support
    www.hammockgear.com
    740-445-4327
    [email protected]

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